Christian Atsu’s First Son Continues His Legacy, Shows Off Football Skills In Videos
- Christian Atsu’s story may have ended far too soon, but his spirit continues to dance across the pitch through his first son, Joshua Atsupie
- In a series of clips shared online, the young boy is seen displaying flashes of the football brilliance that once made his late father a global favourite
- Fans who came across the videos flooded social media with praise, convinced that Joshua is destined to carry on his father’s legacy
Christian Atsu’s legacy lives on through his first son, Joshua, who is already showing flashes of his father’s gift.
His effortless touch and growing confidence on the ball have begun to draw attention, reminding many of the joy the late Black Stars winger once brought to the pitch.
Since the beloved winger’s passing, fans have often wondered how his children were coping — and whether any of them would carry on his love for the game. Now, those questions finally have a beautiful answer.
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Atsu’s son wows fans with football skills
In a series of clips shared on social media, the youngster flaunted eye-catching control, balance, and flair — the same qualities that made his late father a household name.
The videos, posted on his account managed by his mother, Marie-Claire Rupio, show Joshua’s growing mastery of the game.
In one clip, he traps a ball gracefully before returning it with finesse, showcasing a composure well beyond his years.
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Another moment sees him combining speed, power, and determination to beat an opponent in a one-on-one duel before setting up a teammate with a perfectly weighted pass — one that was narrowly missed.
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Joshua didn’t stop there. In further snippets, he showed his ability to switch from flair to efficiency.
He charged down the left flank and unleashed a thunderous right-footed strike that rippled the net, before later capping off his showcase with a well-timed header from close range.
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Fans of the late Black Stars winger were quick to heap praise on the budding footballer.
Many remarked that Joshua has inherited not only Atsu’s natural gift but also his unmistakable passion and hunger for the game.
His mother, Marie-Claire, dropped a simple yet powerful reaction:
"🔥"
richnizzles added:
"Baller"
aengel2211 wrote:
"Amazing talent 😍"
ys_pablo16 posted multiple fire emojis:
"🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥"
Joshua carries forward a golden legacy
Earlier, reports confirmed that Joshua had led his team to victory in the Pro Motiv8 Tournament in Washington, proudly lifting a trophy strikingly similar to the FIFA World Cup.
His mother later shared that she believes her son would make his late father proud, describing the achievement as a reflection of Atsu’s enduring influence, as cited by Ghanasoccernet.
Watch a video of another goal:
Christian Atsu’s name remains etched in the hearts of Ghanaians and football lovers worldwide.
Born in Ada Foah on January 10, 1992, he rose from humble beginnings to become one of Ghana’s most beloved football exports.
After breaking onto the international scene in 2012, he went on to play at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
According to CAF Online, he shone brightly at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, where he scooped both the Player of the Tournament and Goal of the Tournament awards as Ghana finished second.
Watch excerpts of Atsu's performance at the 2015 AFCON:
Off the pitch, Atsu was celebrated for his compassion and humility. He used his success to uplift others — supporting orphanages, funding education for underprivileged children, and even paying fines to free prisoners jailed for minor offences.
A man of deep faith, Atsu often described his philanthropic work as his divine mission.
However, his life was tragically cut short in February 2023 during the catastrophic earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria, a loss that sent shockwaves throughout the football community.
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Nearly three years on, Atsu’s memory remains alive — not only through his acts of kindness and football brilliance but now, through Joshua, who appears ready to carry the torch forward.
Atsu's widow breaks her silence
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Christian Atsu’s wife, Marie-Claire Rupio, opened up about how she and their three children have been coping with his passing.
In an interview with BBC 5 Live, she admitted that life has not been easy since the death of the late Ghanaian football star.
Source: YEN.com.gh
